JED WEINGARTEN PHOTOGRAPHY

bio From the slopes of sacred Mt Kailas on the Tibetan Plateau, to the wild and remote rivers of Bhutan, to the floe edge of the Canadian Arctic, Jed is devoted to capturing images of wildlife and culture in hard to reach places. Jed has spent much of the past 15 years exploring and shooting the rivers, landscapes and people of the Greater Himalaya region. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, he is currently working on a project with Russ Mittermeier of Conservation International documenting endangered primates of China. Also an avid whitewater kayaker, Jed has years of experience shooting, guiding and paddling on class V rivers around the world. He is also an accomplished underwater photographer, specializing in coldwater environs. Jed is grateful that his work allows him to explore rugged landscapes and unique cultures while pursuing his passions for wildlife and adventure.